How To Fix FLGL_EXT_RECON006 - Invoice & is Missing in SAP System

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FLGL_EXT_RECON - Message Class for External Reconciliation

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Invoice & is Missing in SAP System

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FLGL_EXT_RECON006 - Invoice & is Missing in SAP System ?

  The SAP error message FLGL_EXT_RECON006 indicates that an invoice is missing in the SAP system, which is typically related to the financial reconciliation process. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as during the posting of invoices, during the reconciliation of accounts, or when trying to execute certain financial reports.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Invoice Document: The invoice that is expected to be present in the system is not found. This could be due to it not being posted or being deleted.
  Incorrect Document Number: The document number being referenced may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Data Transfer Issues: If the invoice is supposed to be transferred from another system (like a third-party application), there may have been an issue in the data transfer process.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or access the invoice.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are preventing the invoice from being recognized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Invoice Posting: Check if the invoice has been posted correctly in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) to see if the invoice exists.
  Check Document Number: Ensure that the document number you are using is correct. If you are unsure, you can search for the invoice using other criteria (like vendor, date, etc.).
  Review Data Transfer Logs: If the invoice is supposed to come from another system, check the logs for any errors during the data transfer process.
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and access the invoice. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  Consult Configuration Settings: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that all settings are correct and that there are no missing configurations related to invoice processing.
  Recreate the Invoice: If the invoice is indeed missing and cannot be found, you may need to recreate it in the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FB03: Display Document
  FB60: Enter Incoming Invoice
  FBL1N: Vendor Line Item Display
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to invoice processing and reconciliation for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.